March weather forecast
Gandiaye, Senegal

March

Weather in March

There is a noticeable shift in the weather from February to March in Gandiaye. March witnesses an increase in temperature, setting the scene for the upcoming warmer months. UV index measures 8, hinting at the need for sun protection in the bright and sunny days of March. The temperature reaches its highest, and the cloud coverage is the lowest so far. March's weather is indicative of the start of warmer seasons in Gandiaye.

Temperature

The shift into March in Gandiaye records an average high-temperature of a scorching 40°C (104°F), subtly varied from February's 37.3°C (99.1°F). Gandiaye reports a considerable drop from daytime temperatures in March, recording an average nighttime figure of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Humidity

In Gandiaye, the average relative humidity in March is 25%.

Rainfall

March through November are months with rainfall. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 317mm (12.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Gandiaye is 9.9h.

UV index

March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
With the absence of protection, damage to skin and eyes can occur instantly. Ensure precautions are taken. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gandiaye in March?
March temperatures in Gandiaye, Senegal, vary between a high-temperature of 40°C (104°F) and a low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Gandiaye?
In March, the average relative humidity in Gandiaye is 25%.
When does it start to rain in Gandiaye?
March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gandiaye have in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gandiaye?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Gandiaye have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March in Gandiaye is 9.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Gandiaye?
March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Gandiaye, Senegal.
How high is the UV index in March in Gandiaye?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gandiaye is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average temperature in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in March: 40°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).

Average pressure in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average pressure in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average wind speed in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average humidity in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average humidity in March: 25%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (16%).

Average rainfall in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average rainfall in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average rainfall days in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (0.2 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average sunshine days in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average UV index in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average cloud cover in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March - Gandiaye, Senegal
Average visibility in March
Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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